Summer has arrived, bringing with it sweltering temperatures and scorching days. While we reach for ice-cold drinks and flock to the beach for relief, let’s not forget about our feathered friends – the chickens. Just like us, they’re feeling the heat and need our help to stay cool and comfortable during the scorching summer months. […]
Hens begin laying eggs when they are around 4-6 months old. Depending on their breed, they can lay as many as 300 eggs in one year! Hopefully, your hen will lay all her eggs inside your provided nesting boxes. But what if she doesn’t? Whether you are a new chicken owner or an expert in […]
As the days become shorter and the temperatures begin to drop, it is important to remember your chickens have special requirements too. Although milder than a lot of other countries, the winter months in Australia from June to August can get quite cold. To keep our bodies warm, we wear warm layers of clothing and […]
Are you noticing signs of mites and lice bothering your beloved chickens? These pesky pests can quickly become a nuisance and pose health risks to your flock if left unchecked. Understanding the Source Mites and lice often find their way to chickens through other living species, such as birds native to your area, which carry […]
Chicken eggs are a delicious and versatile source of protein, enjoyed around the world. From breakfast scrambles to decadent pastries, their culinary uses are endless. According to a 2018 report by the team at Particle, the average Australian consumes around 290 eggs per year! The rising demand for eggs has fuelled the popularity of backyard […]
Are you thinking about buying 10 chickens and wondering where to keep them? There are so many benefits to raising chickens, from fresh eggs to natural fertilizer for your garden.
If you have a chicken coop at your barn or your backyard and you like to do gardening too, then this article is a must for you to read. Having the right plants to grow around your chicken coop can be beneficial to your chicken and to yourself as well. Your chickens can have some […]
Having some hens in your yard has a lot of advantages. They give you eggs in which you either sell them or consume for your daily needs. But having rooster or two in your flock has its advantages as well. Today we will discuss about the advantages of keeping a rooster in your chicken coop […]
Humans and chickens have long existed on earth. We have domesticated the chickens for the human needs. But throughout the time, the way we feed chicken has not much changed. During the old times, people will just leave the chickens around and let the chickens feed themselves. Although some people still do that today, more […]
A hen not laying an egg is a problem you will soon encounter anytime while raising them. One of the greatest joys of raising and taking care of chickens in our backyard is collecting the eggs from the chicken coops or nest boxes. What if you are expecting some eggs, but it turns out there […]
